5 reasons to plan a Getaway in Outaouais this spring !
Credit : Camille Labonté
Winter is slowly making way to spring… Opening up new horizons !
Spring means renewal and endless possibilities; and Outaouais has a lot to offer…
From outdoors activities to fun events, discover how to make the most of your stay at the Wakefield Mill this spring.
1. Celebrate Maple Season !
Outaouais offers a lot of amazing sugar shacks for you to taste. From traditional to gourmet menus, there’s plenty of choice near the Wakefield Mill !
Hurry up before it’s too late, Maple season ends on April 23.
Here are a few addresses you can easily access from the Mill :
Le Vignoble de Chelsea, Chelsea (Traditionnal) 10 min drive
L’Orée des Bois, Chelsea (Gourmet)
10 min driveSucrerie du Terroir, Val-des-Monts (Traditionnal) 30 min drive
Do not miss the Sugar Shack in Old Aylmer Festival !
Real paradise for maple syrup lovers, this festival will take place on March 25 and March 26 in the old Aylmer, Gatineau.
2. Witness nature’s revival
Take advantage of a gentler weather to explore the Gatineau Park ! Located 700m away from the P17 entrance of the park, the Wakefield Mill is the ideal departure point. Take a long walk and look at nature slowly coming back to life. Enjoy this particular time of year to go on a Forest Therapy : let all your senses awaken and revel in a peaceful moment with Mother Nature.
Capture the beauty of the MacLaren falls, looking their best at spring, sit a while in our spa forest and listen to their enchanting and healing sound…
3. Be amazed by thousands of Tulips
Spring means endless Tulip fields and Outaouais has some of the hottest places to admire them !
Soon enough you’ll see tulips emerging everywhere, bringing colors and life the cities. Take a walk by the Rideau Canal in Ottawa, Ottawa or Gatineau city center to admire them.
Mark your calendar, the Canadian Tulip Festival comes back ! From May 12 to May 22, attend a spectacular event in Ottawa Commissioners Park where you’ll be able to admire more than 300 000 tulips ! Do not miss the sound and light show starting everyday à 9:15pm. Note that the entrance is free but some activities have a small fee. More info here.
4. Bike through the region
Goodbye winter and snowy landcape, hello biking season !
Did you know the National Capital Region has over 200km bike paths ? No matter your ability level, whether you are looking for a ride in nature or in a urban setting, Outaouais has bike routes for every cyclist! Ranging from 6km to 37km, choose the route that suits you best and make a day out of it before returning to the Mill.
Discover all the routes here.
Time to hop on your bike and go on an adventure!
5. Dive into art & culture
Rainy spring day ? Take that opportunity to discover local art and culture !
Head to the Fairbairn House, passing by the Wakefield covered Bridge, located in the Wakefield Village, to learn about local history through exhibitions and events. Opens on May.
Wakefield is a real paradise for artists and art lovers !
Art Mode Gallery, located in the Wakefield Mill. All art pieces in the establishment are made by local artists and are for sale.
Gallerie McKenzie Marcotte, a gallery of ceramics made by two artists from the area, located in Wakefield.
Wakefield Artisan Gallery, featuring local art and crafts.
Farrellton Artists Space, a cooperative located in Farrellton, 12 minutes drive from Wakefield. Gathering local professional artists, it hosts various events and workshops throughout the year.
Pass by the Arts-aux-Parcs exhibition taking place in Val-des-Monts (30 minutes from Wakefield) on May 27 and May 28. Discover visual art and crafts through 48 exhibitors !
Discover more regional experiences here.